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Stroke

Stroke Treatments

in Daytona Beach, FL

Strokes are potentially debilitating. If you have had a stroke it the past, but are not sure why or you are worried if you are at risk for one we can help.


No one plans on having heart problems, but if you do you need to find a doctor you can trust. At Complete Cardiology Care we staff Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists that treat patients with strokes in Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Palm Coast, Deltona, Deland, and the surrounding areas.

Every 4 minutes

Someone dies from a stroke

795,000 people

Every year have strokes in the U.S.

610,000 of those

First time stroke

ischemic stroke

What is a stroke?

A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. In either case, parts of the brain become damaged or die. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death.

What Happens During a Stroke?

If something happens to block the flow of blood, brain cells start to die within minutes because they can’t get oxygen. This causes a stroke.


There are two types of stroke:

  • An ischemic stroke occurs when blood clots or other particles block the blood vessels to the brain. Fatty deposits called plaque can also cause blockages by building up in the blood vessels.
  • A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel bursts in the brain. Blood builds up and damages surrounding brain tissue.


Both types of stroke damage brain cells. Symptoms of that damage start to show in the parts of the body controlled by those brain cells.


  • What are the signs and symptoms of a stroke?

    Acting F.A.S.T. can help stroke patients get the treatments they desperately need. The stroke treatments that work best are available only if the stroke is recognized and diagnosed within 3 hours of the first symptoms. Stroke patients may not be eligible for these if they don’t arrive at the hospital in time.


    If you think someone may be having a stroke, act F.A.S.T. and do the following simple test:


    • F—Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
    • A—Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
    • S—Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?
    • T—Time: If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

    Note the time when any symptoms first appear. This information helps health care providers determine the best treatment for each person. Do not drive to the hospital or let someone else drive you. Call an ambulance so that medical personnel can begin life-saving treatment on the way to the emergency room.

  • What is a TIA?

    A transient ischemic attack (TIA) — sometimes known as a ministroke — is a temporary period of symptoms similar to those you'd have in a stroke. A TIA doesn't cause permanent damage. They're caused by a temporary decrease in blood supply to part of your brain, which may last as little as five minutes.


    Like an ischemic stroke, a TIA occurs when a clot or debris reduces or blocks blood flow to part of your nervous system.


    Seek emergency care even if you think you've had a TIA because your symptoms got better. It's not possible to tell if you're having a stroke or TIA based only on your symptoms. If you've had a TIA, it means you may have a partially blocked or narrowed artery leading to your brain. Having a TIA increases your risk of having a full-blown stroke later.

  • What are the risk factors of a stroke?



  • What testing can be done to reduce my stroke risk?

    Some basic work up can help evaluate your risk for stroke and potentially place you on medications when necessary to reduce stroke risk. Some tests we can perform are:


    • Carotid Ultrasound: Determine if you have any plaque built up in the arteries of your neck that are at risk of breaking off and causing a stroke.
    • Lab work: Determine if your cholesterol levels are elevated placing you at higher risk
    • Heart monitor: Either a holter, event, or MCT montior can help evaluate if you are having an arrythmia such as Afib that could increase your risk of stroke
    • Loop recorder: If you are still having TIAs or previous monitors have found nothing, a loop recorder is a long term option. A small chip injected under the skin continually monitors your heart checking for stroke producing arrythmias.

Reduce your stroke risk today

If you are curious how we can help you evaluate your stroke risk, please reach out to us. We are currently accepting new patients. Complete Cardiology Care staffs Cardiologists and Electrophysiologist that serve patients in Ormond Beach, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange, Deltona, Deland, and the surround areas.


Our Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists take nearly all insurances. We accept Aetna, AARP Medicare Complete, Blue Cross / Blue Shield, Cigna, Florida Healthcare, Florida Hospital Care Advantage, Freedom Health, Health First Health, Humana PPO - out of network benefits apply, Medicare, Optimum Healthcare, Railroad Medicare, Tricare, United Healthcare, VHN, Wellcare.


​We are also a partner with the VA and are proud to serve those who have served our country!


Self Pay Cardiology services are available too! Call and ask for our price list.

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